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Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22
CHAPTER III.
UMBopA ENTERS OUR SERVICE.


It takes from four to five days, according
to the vessel and the state of the weather,
to run up from the Cape to Durham. Some
times, if the landing is bad at East London,
where they have not yet got that wonderful
harbor they talk SO much of, and sink such
a mint of money in, one is delayed for twen-
ty-four hours before the cargo boats can get
out to take the goods of. But on this occa-
sion we had not to wait at all, for there were
no breakers on the bar to speak Of, and the
tugs came out at once with their long strings
of ugly flat-bottomed boats, into which the
goods were bundeled with crash. 1t did
not matter what they were, over they went,
slap, bang; whether they were china or
wOolen goods they met with the same treat
ment. | saw one case containing four dozen
of champagne smashed all to bits, and there
was the champagne fiZZing and boiling
about in the bottom of the dirty cargo boat.
It was wicked waste, and SO evidently the
Kafirs in the boat thought, for they found a
couple of unbroken bottles, and, knocking
the tops off, drank the contents. But they
had not allowed for the expansion caused by
the fzz in the wine, and feeling themselves
swelling, rolled about in the bottom of the
boat, calling out that the good liquor was
''tagati" (bewitched). spoke to them from
the vessel, and told them that it was the
white mans strongest medicine, and that
they were as good as dead men. They went
on to the shore in very great fright, and
do not think that they will touch champagne
again.
Well, all the time we were running up 10
Natal 1 was thinking over Sir Henry Cur
tis offer. We did not speak any more on
the subject for day or two, though | told
them many hunting yarns all true ones.
There is no need to tell lies about hunting,
for SO many curious things happen within
the knowledge of man whose business it is
to hunt; but this is by the way.
AT last, one beautiful evening in January,
which is our hottest month, we steamed
along the coast of Natal, expecting to make
Durham Point by sunset. 1t is a lovely coast
all along from East London, with its red
sandhills and wide sweeps Of vivid green,
dotted here and there with Kafir kraals, and
bordered by ribbon of white surf, which
spouts up in pillars of foam where it hits the
rocks. But just before you get to Durham
there is peculiar richness about it. There
ara tha deem klonfs cut in the hills py the
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22
KIN g
Solomon S Mines.
BY II. RIDER HAGGARD.

"IIalf an hour after that / saw Neville's
WAGON move off. Presently Jim came run
eikafk hack. Goodbye, Baas,' he said, ]
didn't like to start without bidding you
goodbye, for dare say you are right, and
we shall never come back again.
"'Is your master really going to Suliman's
Berg, Jim, or are you lyingp
mo says he: he is going. He told me
he was bound to make his fortune some
how, or try to; so he might as well try the
diamonds
"'OhP said l; wait a bit, Jim; will you
take a note to your master, Jim, and prom
ise not to give it to him till you reach Inya
til? (Which was some hundred miles Off.
Yes said he.
$50 took scrap of paper, and wrote or
It, Let him who comes climb the snow OF
Sheba's left breast, till he comes to the nip
ple. on the north side of which is Solomon't
great road
"'Now, Jim,' said, when you give thii
to your master, tell him he had better follow
the advice implicitly. You are not to give it
to him now, because don't want him back
asking me questions which won't answer.
Now, be off, you idle fellow, the wagon Is
nearly out of sight
Jim took the note and went and that is
all know about your brother, Sir Henry;
but am much afraid"
''Mr. Quatermain," said Sir Henry, Il am
going to look for my brother; am going to
trace him to Suliman's Mountains, and over
them if necessary, till / find him, or till
know he is dead. Will you come with meY
l am, as think ! have said, cautious
man, indeed a ready one, and l shrunk from
such an idea. 1t seemed to me that to start
on such a journey would be to go to certain
death, and putting other things aside, as l
had son to support, could not afford to
die just then.
mo, thank you, Sir Henry, think / had
rather not" answered. II am too old for
wild-go0se chases of that sort, and we should
only end up like my poor friend SilYestre. /
have son dependent on me, 80 cannot af-
ford to risk my life."
Both Sir Henry and Captain Good looked
very disappointed.
"Mr. Quatermain," said the former, II
am well of, and am bent upon this business.
You may put the remuneration for your
services at whatever figure you like in rea-
son, and it shall be paid over to you before
we start. Moreover, will, before we start,
arrange that in the event of anything hap
pening to us or to you, that your son shall
be suitably provided for. You will see from
this how necessary think your presence.
Also, if by any chance we should reach this
place, and find diamonds, they shall belong
10 you and Good equally. l do not want
them. But of course the chance is as good
as nothing, though the same thing would
apply to any ivory we might get You may
pretty well make your own terms with me,
MI. Quatermain; and of course | shall pay
all expenses"
''Sir Henry" said /, this is the most lib
eral offer | ever had and one not to be
sneezed at by poor hunter and trader. But
the job is the biggest l ever came across,
and | must take time to think it over.
will give you my answer before we get to
Durham"
Every good" answered Sir Henry, and
then said goodnight and turned in, and
dreamed about poor long-dead Silvestre and
the diamonds.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22

A man by the name of Harper who had
been in the employ of the Planters Oil
Mill at this place, was found dead out
near Winterville Tuesday, He was
heavy drinker, and it is supposed wan
dered off in generol ramble, having no
particular place or object in view, and
was killed He was tolerably well
dressed and it is "a mystery as to whether
he was killed for the purpose of robbery
or whether some one did it in qurrel.
He was fine engineer, having served as
engineer three years of his life on war
vessel. It is said be has daughter
living III Memphis GreenriUe Delta
ReUieao.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22
willing to Give Him a Chance

It is told of Henry Grady, of the At
lanta Constitution, that he once publish
ed a citizens obituary on false report
of his death. The citizen called to pro
test that he was ..alive. Cant correct
it now, said Grady, but I'll get you in
among the births.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22

A party of twenty five Western gen
tlsmen arrived in Aberdeen last week
in special sleeper. They came to see
and inspect the rich prairie lands. They
are men of means and no doubt make
some large purchases. They express
themselves as very highly pleased with
the land they have seen.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22

Fayette will be dry this month, all the
licenses having expired, their petitions
for reissuance having been filed, but
cannot be acted upon until next month,
when the Board Of Supervisors Of JEFF
ferson county meet.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22

ARTHUR McQUADE, the New York
doodle" alderman took up his abode at
Hotel de Sing Sing. He will be put In
the laun Try department.
Sword and shield. (Clinton, Miss.) 1885-1888, 1887-01-22

81 like your looks Mr.. Umbopa, and
will take you as my servant" said Sir Hem.
ry in English.
Umbopa evidently understood HIM, for he
answered in Zulu, at is well;" and then
with glance at the white mans great
stature and breadth, I'VE are men, you and
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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07

The Chicago Daily Herald is now
double its former size-eight pages
instead of four. The price has not
been increased but remains at two
cents. The Herald is one of the hand :
soonest and very best papers in the
world. Its Typographical makeup is
perfection itself. 1t gives all the news,
and in such condensed form as to
make it indispensable to busy people.
The paper is not only a credit to the
city III which it is published but is a
most worthy representative of the
great newspapers of America. 1t is
democratic to the core, and its democ-
racy is of the right kind, independ-
ent, fearless and progressive. The
Weekly Herald is sent to yearly sub
scribers at $1,00, and should be in
every household.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
DIED..

MRS. PATRICK KEARNS.
Died, in the town of Kendall, La
Fayette county, on Thursday, Sept.
%, 1887, after short illness, Mrs.
Patrick Kearns; aged A years.
Deceased leaves a husband and a
family of nine children to mourn her
loss. She was a kind neighbor, and a
good wife and mother; and her death
is sad indeed.
MR. JOHN TERRILL-
Died, at his residence in this city on
Sunday morning, September %, 1887,
after a short illness, Mr.. John Terrill;
aged about 81 years.
Deceased was born in Camborne,
county of Cornwall, England; and
was one of the earliest settlers OF
Mineral Point, coming here in 1885
and shortly afterwards settling on q
farm in the town of Mineral Point
which was his residence for many
years.
His aged wife still survives; as doe:
also four sons, viz: Frank and William
of the town of Mineral Point, Samuel
of this city, John, of Des Moines, Iowa
and one daughter. Mrs. Cornish. whose
residence for some years past has been
with her parents. Another son, Stepher
d. Terrill, died short time ago.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
The Verdict Unanimous

W. d. Suit, Druggist. Bippus, Ind,
teStitieS: Il can recommend Electric
Bittlers as the very best remedy. Every
bottle sold has given relief in every
case. One man took six bottles. and
was cured of rheumatism of ten years
standing" Abraham Hare, druggist,
Bellville, Ohio, affirms; The best sell
ing medison l have ever handled in my
20 years experience, is Electric Bitters. .
Thousands of Others have added their
testimony, so that the verdict is I'M
animous that Electric Bitters do cure
all diseases of the Liver, Kidneys or
Blood. Only half dollar a bottle at
c. r. Motfett's drug store.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Fine Teas and Coffees
An ELEGANT Substitute

ecialty at the Cash Grocery House.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
PLATTEvILLE DISTRICT.
Business Notices.

Fresh Oysters dished up in all styles
at Duppler's. 7tf.
Buy the Libby fine shoe, the finest
in the city at J. p. Frieden's.
For fresh fruit of all kinds go to
G. +. Gale.
New fall styles in hats and caps at
Deller's.
Cash paid for butter and eggs at
c. f. Gales.
Canned goods of all kinds-fresh, at
the store of Gorgen & Pittz.
If you want to save money buy your
groceries at Gales.
Good Japan tea at 25cts. per ID. at
the store of Gorgen & Pitt.
]. A. Spratler will not be undersold
by any one and all goods warranted.
Look at our stock of Ladies' and
gents gold and silver watches.-C. &
| Co.
Teas from 25c to Soc All guaran-
teed to be pure and of the first quality,
at J. \. Spratler's.
\ complete stock of ladies' fine shoes
of the latest styles at prices that defy
competition, at E. j. Dayey's shoe
store. Call and be convinced.
Dresser, the tailor, has received a
fine stock of goods for fall and winter,
and with the latest fashions at hand is
prepared to furnish all of his customers
with stylish, well made garments at
reasonable prices. Call and see him
when in want of anything in merchant
tailoring line.
]. Penhallegon Il SON can fully sub
stantiate their claims when they say
that their fab stocks of boots and
shoes far surpasses any before ever
shown in Mineral Point. In fact YOU
can find in their stock anything from
an infants shoe to the finest ladies'
French kid and gents hand sewed
shoes. Prices exceedingly low.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
A MAMMOTH STOCK.
DEILER'S EMPORIUM FILLED TO
OVERLOOKING
FOR FALL AND WINTER TRADE
QE 1887.8.

| The veteran and successful dry
goods merchant, Joseph Deller, re-
| turned from market some days ago,
and since his return there has arrived
at his emporium one of the largest
and finest stocks of goods ever brought
to southwestern Wisconsin. These
goods are fashionable, and of first
class quality. They have been care
fully selected, have been purchased as
low as possible, and will be sold at
prices which will warrant quick sales.
A partial and brief description of
this complete dry goods store and ex-
tensive stock of goods is herewith
submitted:
In the basement is the cutting and
fitting room for the custom tailoring
department. This branch of the bust
ness is given special attention, and an
experienced and skillful cutter is en-
ployed, large line of cloths, over
coatings and suiting, trimmings, etc.
is kept in stock, and garments are
made to order, in fashionable style,
in a satisfactory manner and at reason
able prices.
On the ground floor is the salesruom
for most of the general lines of goods
carried. OF these lines dress goods
constitute chief feature. The stock
is unusually large this season, embrac-
ing the latest and best goods in the
most fashionable styles. Among 9TH
ers the following: tricots, Hudderields
silk and wool mixtures; novelties;
Beiges; Cassimeres; Belgian cloths;
Ottoman cords; Beseau; Silk warp;
Henriettas; Plaids; Cashmeres; Drap
Alena, and many other kinds; and
also such trimmings as, silk velvets,
in brocade, stripe and plain, and cotton
velvets in the same styles, Silk Pushes
all shades, braided, beaded, and many
other kinds. Together with a large
selection of cloths, worsteds, ETC., for
mems garments. There is an immense
stock of cloakings and trimmings; also
shawlS, and staple goods of all kinds.
Another prominent feature on this
floor is very large line of fine shoes
for women, misses and children. All
the novelties and miscellaneous goods
in connection with a dry goods
store are kept in endless variety.
Up stairs are rooms filled with an
unusually large and well arranged
stock of ready made clothing
and overcoats, boots and shoes, hats
and caps, and furnishing goods-all
mems and boys clothing. There is
room especially for cloaks, wraps and
jackets for ladies, misses and children,
which is unusually well filled. Trunks
and valises, carpets, oil-cloths and
house-furnishing goods of various
kinds are also upstairs. 1t is useless
to attempt full enumeration of this
mammoth stock. All that need be
done is to secure for it the attention
of the public, and they are respectfully
invited to call and investigate for
themselves. Remember the place
Dellers dry goods and clothing empo-
rum, Coad's block, corner High and
Chestnut streets, Mineral Point, Wis.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Auction Sale,

On the farm of the late Stephen d.
Terrill, in the town of Mineral Point.
five miles east of the city, on Tuesday,
October II, 1887, at l O'Clock sharp,
the following described personal prop
erty will be sold at public auction:
Twenty-six head of horned stock.
? two-year old steers, l three-year, old
IA mich cows, , yearling heifers,
two-year old heifers, 3 calves; head
of horses-3 geldings and l mare;
l Champion binder, one Champion
mower, one sulky pillow.
TERMS: One years time with per
cent. interest, with approved security.
2 per cent. discount for cash on sums
over $1,000. FRANCIS II. TERRILL.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
The Old Mineral Point Marble Works.


The undersigned will about the first
of October open a marble shop at the
old stand of I. H. Shepard, with a
complete stock of marble and granite.
Parties in need of anything in our line
will consult their own interest by call
ing on us before purchasing. Our stock
will be all new, of the latest design.
Both of us having had long practical
experience in the business, and intend
ing to give it our entire time and at
tention, will guarantee satisfaction in
every particular. All correspondence
should be addressed to SHEPARD &
REYNOLDS.
J. b. Reynolds will do the canvass
ing for the firm, and will begin imme-
diately. Please reserve your orders until
he calls on you. L. HI. SHEPARD,
J. b. REYNOLDS.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Chicago & Northwestern Railway.
MADISON DIVISION.

GOING NORTH AND EAST.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
The DELIGHTFUL Liquid Laxative.

Syrupof Figs is a most agreeable
and valuable family remedy, as it is
easily taken by old and young, and is
prompt and effective in relieving Ha-
bitual Constipation and the many ills
on weak or inactive con-
dition of the kidneys, liver and bow
els. 1t acts gently, strengthens the
organs on which it acts, and awakens
them to healthy activity. Sold by
John Horn, Mineral Point, Wis.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
A Woman's Discovery.

"Another wonderful discovery has
been made and that too by a lady in
this county. Disease fastened its
clutches upon her and for seven years
she withstood its severest tests, but
her vital organs We're undermined and
death seemed imminent. For three
months she coughed necessarily and
could not sleep. She bought of us a
bottle of Dr. Kings New Discovery for
Consumption and was so much relieved
on taking first dose that she slept all
nigh and with one bottle has been
miraculously cured. Her name is Mrs
Luther Lutz," This write DR.. C. Ham
rick & Co, of Shelby, n. C.-Get free
trial bottle at C. II. Moffett's drug
Store.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
C. NJ. & st. P. Railway.

LAST HARVEST EXCURSION.
The last of the Harvest Excursions
takes place October 18th.
Persons wishing so visit the western
country should not miss this grand
opportunity of taking a cheap trip.
Round trip tickets at fare one
way to nearly all points in Iowa, Da-
kota and Nebraska. Now is Your
time.
PRESIDENT CLEyELAND'S VISIT.
He will be in Madison from D. m.
Friday, Oct. 9Th, to 9 a. m. Oct. 18th.
Excursion tickets at three dollars
$500 will be sold Oct. 9th 9TH and Sth.
good to return Oct. 10th.
Y. II. Snow. Act
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
BUSINESS CARDS.
LAWYERS.

J. MONTGOMERY SMITH.
ATTORNEY ut Law, Mineral Point Wiscon-
sim viii practice In the State and United States
Courts 16-44ly
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Fine Furniture,

Persons who contemplate buying
furniture will do well to take look
through Bishops furniture store where
will be found elegant parlor and bed
room sets and furniture of every de-
scription. His aim is to keep large
stock, and to sell at reasonable prices.
Don't fail to call and examine for
yourselves. 2ml
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07

For Oils. Salts, Pills. and all kinds of
bitter, nauSeouS Liver Medicines and
Cathartics is the very agreeable liquid
fruit remedy, Syrup of Figs. 1t ad-
vantages ate eyident-it is more easily
taken, more acceptable to the stomach,
more pleasantly effective. and more
truly beneficial to the system than any
other remedy. Recommended by lead
ing physicians.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Not so Years Old.

But new discovery is Hofrs Bal
sam for the throat and lungs. 1t has
and does cure contracted Consump-
ton; cures Coughs, Colds, Asthma,
Bronchitis, Group, and all throat and
lung troubles. For speedy cure it has
no equal. Money refunded if it fails
TO cure you. Moffett, our popular drug
gist, has secured the sole agency for it.
Price Zoe, soc and 81.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Dissolution Notice.

The partnership heretofore existing
between John Penhalegon, ST., and
w. J. Penhallegon, doing business I'M
der the firm name of J. Penhallegon &
Son, has this day been dissolved, j.
Penhallegon, ST., retiring. All persons
knowing themselves indebted to said
firm, will please call at once and make
settlement with w. J. Penhallegon,
who will conduct the business in the
future, and extends an invitation to
all customers for their future kind pat
ronage. j. PENHALLEGON, SR.,
w. j. PENHALLEGoN.
Dated Sept. %, 1887.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Musical instruction.

Adam Dresser. leader of the Mineral
Point band, desires to form class for
instruction in playing such instruments
as clarionets, comets. altos, tenors, bar
itones, bases and saxophones. Parties
desiring to become accomplished in
the use of any of these instruments
can consult Mr. Dresen at his place of
business
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1887-10-07
Drunkenness, or the Liquor Habit, pos
itiyeIy Cured by Administering DR..
HaineS Golden Specific.

tea without the knowledge of the person taking
1t; is absolutely harmless. and will effect per
manent and speedy cure, whether the patient is
Thousands of drunkards have been made temper
ate men who have taken the Golden Specific
in their coffee without their knowledge and
to-day believe they quit drinking of their own
free will. IT NEVER FAILS The system once
impregnated with the Specific, it becomes an utter
impossibllity for the liquor appetite to exist
For full particulars address GOLDEN SPECIFIC
Co, lS5 Race ST.. Cincinnati Ohio